The two Democrats running for U.S. Senate say they agree with people who say the political system in Washington, D.C. is rigged against them. In a video launching his campaign July 1, former Democratic Congressman Colin Allred of Dallas said he planned to run against the political corruption.

After the Pasadena City Council election in Texas ended in a tie, a trusty coin flip was used to decide the winner.

The charges are the latest escalation in a probe that resulted in Texas authorities indicting six other Frio County area officials in May.

Republicans are eyeing potential redistricting opportunities in Ohio and Texas as they seek extra cushion to protect their thin majority in the House next year. In Ohio, redistricting

Eye on Politics takes a look at what's next in Texas politics as candidates for various races in the state begin to emerge.

Ahead of the Fourth of July, a study reveals the most and least patriotic states in 2025. See why Texas was named among the least patriotic.

"You shouldn't have to have a son in the NFL to own a home. Everything's backwards," said Allred in his Senate race announcement video.

HISD elected school board trustee Savant Moore said he is planning to run for a Texas House seat in northeast Houston that is up for election in November 2026.

Former Texas Rep. Colin Allred is running for Senate again, this time against Republican John Cornyn, who faces a tough primary challenge, too.

Kelly Hancock's decision to leave the Texas Senate and run for state comptroller has had a cascading effect on Texas politics.

NFL player and congressman, launched a Senate campaign against Sen. John Cornyn with promises to champion those who "play by the rules."

Voters line up at a polling place in Bryan, Texas, on Nov. 5, 2024. The Texas Legislature passed election law changes this year that shift the schedule for early voting shifts to allow more weekend voting, and impose new restrictions on curbside voting. A proposed proof-of-citizenship requirement for voters didn't make it.